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Ty Johnston

Biography

Originally from Kentucky, Ty Johnston is a former newspaper journalist. He lives in North Carolina with loving memories of his late wife.

Blog: tyjohnston.blogspot.com

Smashwords Interview

Who are your favorite authors?
Alexandre Dumas pere, Stephen King, James Gardner, Ed McBain ... I could probably go on, but these are the ones who come to mind. My opinion changes from time to time, but the four gentlemen listed are usually right near the top for me.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes, I do, but it kind of depends upon what one means by "first story." The first fiction of any kind I wrote as a child, about six years of age, back in the 1970s. It was a comic book. I wrote the story, drew the pictures, did the coloring, and stapled everything together. The title was "The Destroyers," and feature super heroes of my own creation as well as well as a handful of heroes from Marvel comics. Spider-Man was a member of the group called The Destroyers, as were characters called Nova and Rom.

As for my very first prose, it would have been a James Bond novel I wrote when I was about 10. I suppose today it would be called fan fiction. It was bad. Real bad. But I guess it showed some talent for a 10 year old. I still have that novel today stuffed away in a box. Every once in a while I break it out to see how far I've come, and to have a few chuckles.

The first of what I consider my "serious" writings came in college when I was 19, and it came about somewhat by accident. I was taking an astronomy class, and a paper was due at the end of the semester. I noticed the professor allowed students to write a fictional short story for the paper, at least as long as some scientific details were included, and I decided to take a stab at it. The story was titled "Entering Jupiter," and while it did include lots of facts about the largest planet in our solar system, it wasn't a very good story. I think of this as my first "serious" writing because it was the first story I ever sent out to an editor. Of course it was never accepted for publication.
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Series

The Walking Gods Trilogy by
For thousands upon thousands of years the world has been a wasteland, more desert than living. Humanity has hung on just barely in small groups and villages. Now a city has risen, a city led by a god. But other gods soon gather, drawn to the power of their brother. Old alliances are reforged, old hates reborn, and old memories drawn upon in a seizing of power.
Where Gather the Gods: Book I of The Walking Gods Trilogy
Price: $0.99 USD.
A Place Called Skull: Book II of The Walking Gods Trilogy
Price: $0.99 USD.
Whom the Gods Slay: Book III of The Walking Gods Trilogy
Price: $1.49 USD.
Guns 'n Money by
The streets of Chisel City are filled with crime and criminals. Jackie Cruise knows first hand, because he's a thug himself. But he knows how to keep his mouth shut. Still, after a stint in prison, someone is out to kill him, and Jackie can't stand that. So he hits back in the only way he knows how, big time, leaving lots of carnage and bodies in his wake. 5 part series
Guns 'n Money: Episode 1
Price: Free!
Guns 'n Money: Episode 2
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Guns 'n Money: Episode 3
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Guns 'n Money: Episode 4
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Guns 'n Money: Episode 5
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Kron Darkbow by
City of Rogues (Book I of the Kobalos trilogy)
Price: Free!
Road to Wrath (Book II of the Kobalos trilogy)
Price: $2.99 USD.
Dark King of the North (Book III of The Kobalos Trilogy)
Price: $2.99 USD.
Ghosts of the Asylum (Book I of The Horrors of Bond Trilogy)
Price: $2.99 USD.
Demon Chains (Book II of The Horrors of Bond Trilogy)
Price: $2.99 USD.
The Company of Seven
Price: $3.99 USD.
Shieldbreaker by
Shieldbreaker: Episode 1: Road of the Sword
Price: Free!
Shieldbreaker: Episode 2: An End to Rage
Price: $0.99 USD.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 3: Betrayal of the Self
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Shieldbreaker: Episode 4: The Slave Pits of Mogus Potere
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Shieldbreaker: Episode 5: Following Bayne
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Books

Adventures in Fantasy: 10 Short Stories by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 116,340. Language: English. Published: November 12, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Epic fantasy, heroic fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, call it what you will, perhaps even edges of a little Grimdark, all and more can be found within the ten stories provided here where heroes face daunting odds, sometimes triumphing and sometimes failing. Barbarians, knights, assassins, each gets their turn, as do men and women from other stripes. All face the dangers of magic and the blade.
Scribe: An Assassin's Tale (A Short Story) by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 15,920. Language: English. Published: November 12, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Her family has been part of the most deadly assassin’s guild in all known universes since long before she was born. Her training has taken years, her whole life. She has been hidden away as part of her apprenticeship, blending in with a world not her own, always hiding who she really is. Now it is time for her first kill. Yet that is only the beginning. Behind the scenes there is turmoil.
The Long, Strange and Holy Journey of Brother Jerome by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 115,180. Language: English. Published: February 3, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General
Brother Jerome is a simple man, but once many years ago he was a soldier, and after the destruction of his monastery he finds himself on a journey to unravel the truth about prophecy and perhaps to play an important role in it himself.
Adventures of the Weird: 12 Short Stories of Fantasy, Horror and Beyond by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 78,900. Language: English. Published: December 22, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Dark
Here can be found a dozen tales of Sword & Sorcery, horrors, and of recent pasts unimagined before now. Discover worlds where stout warriors face off against mighty foes, common folk gain powers undreamed of, and the edges of the dark sometimes loom oh, so close.
Dark Triumvirate: 3 Complete Horror Novels by
Price: $7.99 USD. Words: 234,320. Language: English. Published: July 31, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Undead
This specially-priced set contains three complete horror novels. THE STORM A small town in Kentucky is about to learn fear. THE BASEMENT A new house, a new job, the future before them, the Dinsmores thought they had everything. Yet dreams of the good life quickly give way to a reality of darkness. BIBLE CAMP When young people are sent to clean up an old bible camp, none are ready for terror.
The Basement by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 70,860. Language: English. Published: July 24, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » Ghost, Fiction » Fantasy » Paranormal
A new house, a new job, the future before them, the Dinsmores thought they had everything. Yet dreams of the good life quickly give way to a reality of darkness as the young couple begins to move into their new home. For something looms in the basement of the house, something that brings cold, that brings memories and fear and hatred.
Lost Tales and Trunk Stories by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 42,230. Language: English. Published: March 18, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » General
13 short stories from the fantasy author of The Darkbow Collection and The Ursia Chronicles. Here can be found tales of fantasy, as well as a touch of horror and science fiction, along with a few stories of everyday people facing harsh circumstances, tales early from this author’s writing career, tales that are not perfect, but pose questions and matters of which to think.
The Ancient Ursia Collection - Six Epic Fantasy Novels (The Sword of Bayne Trilogy, and The Walking Gods Trilogy) by
Price: $14.99 USD. Words: 261,630. Language: English. Published: December 8, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
This specially-priced set collects six novels from The Ursian Chronicles. THE SWORD OF BAYNE TRILOGY Bayne's Climb A Thousand Wounds Under the Mountain THE WALKING GODS TRILOGY Where Gather the Gods A Place Called Skull Whom the Gods Slay
The God Sword by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 76,590. Language: English. Published: November 30, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Warrior and general, Lord Kavrik has been tasked by King Osrick to retrieve The God Sword from the city of Gloriolus where the famed blade has resided for untold centuries, in order to fulfill an ancient prophecy which would bring immortality to mankind. Yet when Kavrik lays hands upon the divine sword, he finds not all is as expected.
The Walking Gods Trilogy Omnibus by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 136,130. Language: English. Published: February 10, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
For eons they have wandered the world with little purpose, hiding from their own past and the monstrosities which created them, only coming together once every thousands of years for the Gathering, a time of meeting, a time of conflict. It is time for The Walking Gods to come together, and the future of the World of Ursia will be challenged and changed forever.
Whom the Gods Slay: Book III of The Walking Gods Trilogy by
Series: The Walking Gods Trilogy, Book 3. Price: $1.49 USD. Words: 46,360. Language: English. Published: November 20, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
The time for the gathering of the gods has arrived in the world of Ursia. The very future of man is what lies at stake here. Will the gods continue to wander? Or will they take their place as rulers once more? And what of the mysterious race of Zarroc, those lizard-like beings who created the gods in the first place?
Bible Camp: The Collection by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 59,620. Language: English. Published: September 1, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Crime
Tragedy struck years ago at Jacob’s Bible Camp, and the scars run deep. Practically abandoned for decades, the camp is now ready to open once more. The first to arrive are a group of young people sent from a church. Their task is to prepare the camp for the children. They never get the chance.
Bible Camp 5 by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 10,770. Language: English. Published: August 31, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Crime
A string of brutal murders at Jacob’s Bible Camp during the past year has left behind shattered corpses while local, state and federal law enforcement has proven ineffective. Now a Special Forces squad has been called in to take down the killer, Thomas “Tank” Tucker.” Into this arena steps another, unknown figure. Dutch has his own mission, going after Tank Tucker, and the stakes seem personal.
Guns 'n Money: The Collection by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 94,020. Language: English. Published: August 31, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Adventure » General
Small-time mobster Jackie Cruise lands out of prison after five years only to have someone start shooting at him. Not one too take such acts without response, Jackie goes on a crusade, a tirade to discover who wants him dead. Along the way he loses some friends, makes new ones, and discovers betrayal in his midst, all while leaving a long trail of bodies behind him. Collects 5 Guns 'n Money books
Bible Camp 4 by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 12,470. Language: English. Published: August 24, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller
A year after Tank Tucker’s killing spree at Jacob’s Bible Camp, six people have gone missing. The local police, state patrol and now the FBI are involved, but so far their results have turned up little. They are not even convinced Tucker is alive, let alone that he is behind the disappearances. The only person to survive an attack by Tucker, Mary Isaacs, has taken it upon herself to lend a hand.
Guns 'n Money: Episode 5 by
Series: Guns 'n Money. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 24,760. Language: English. Published: August 24, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Adventure » General
Small-time hood Jackie Cruise isn't so small time any more. He's been shot, blown up, battered around, and worse. But now he's hitting back, taking out his enemies one at a time. Now, in the ultimate test, Jackie finds he must go up against his old boss, Roberto Carcinni, who betrayed him. Can Jackie and his buddies survive, let alone win in the end? Part 5 of 5
Bible Camp 3 by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 12,660. Language: English. Published: August 21, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Crime
It has been a year since the horrific murders at Jacob’s Bible Camp, but even though the killer was supposedly slain, the church that owns the property has decided to sell. To that end, the pastor agrees to meet a real estate agent and a potential buyer at the site of the camp itself. Looking around the camp, they eventually split up, and then they go missing, one by one, just like last year.
Guns 'n Money: Episode 4 by
Series: Guns 'n Money. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 21,540. Language: English. Published: August 21, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller
It never ends for Jackie Cruise. Street war, that is. He finally avenges himself against mobster Frankie Sardona, and then discovers his own boss had set him up from the very beginning. Not one to take this, Jackie goes on the warpath again, this time tackling the younger brother of one of the Family's top clans. Friends at his side, Jackie brings more chaos to Chisel City. Part 4 of 5
Guns 'n Money: Episode 3 by
Series: Guns 'n Money. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 18,430. Language: English. Published: August 19, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Adventure » General, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller
Jackie Cruise was just a small-time hood until a mob boss tried to take him out. Now Jackie is out for revenge, big time. Leaving blood and bodies behind him throughout Chisel City, Jackie is on the hunt for the man who wanted him dead. But a professional killer has been brought in, and Jackie might be facing more than he can handle alone. Part 3 of 5
Bible Camp 2 by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 12,230. Language: English. Published: August 17, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Crime
Sheriff Dean Johnson is called back early from vacation after nearly a half dozen young people are savagely murdered in a camp in his county. With his deputy and the state police lending a hand, the sheriff heads off into the woods in search of a killer. Soon the band of law enforcement officers finds what they believe is a trail, and it heads down into a long-abandoned mine.
Guns 'n Money: Episode 2 by
Series: Guns 'n Money. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 19,100. Language: English. Published: August 17, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Adventure » Men’s adventure
It's tough out there on the streets of Chisel City, and small-time gangster Jackie Cruise knows it better than most. And Jackie isn't the kind to let it get him down. With a mob boss wanting him dead, his best friend already whacked, and bikers giving his new pals problems, Jackie does what Jackie does best. He breaks out the guns and goes on a rampage. Part 2 of 5.
Bible Camp by
Price: Free! Words: 12,530. Language: English. Published: August 15, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
When a group of young people are sent by their church to clean up an old bible camp in the mountains, none of them knows the secrets of the tragedy that happened there decades earlier. Meeting with the camp’s caretaker, they soon learn some of the tale, but it’s only when night falls and death strikes that they discover true pain and terror.
Guns 'n Money: Episode 1 by
Series: Guns 'n Money. Price: Free! Words: 10,640. Language: English. Published: August 13, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Adventure » General
As soon as Jackie Cruise lands on the streets after being in prison for five years, someone is taking shots at him. Hoping to find out who wants him dead, he hooks up with some old pals in the Family and goes to work as a low-level thug. Making ends meet by dealing out mayhem, can Jackie survive long enough to find his would-be killer? Part 1 of 5
20 Tales of Horror and Fantasy by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 80,590. Language: English. Published: August 11, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Weird fiction
20 short stories, 10 of horror and 10 of fantasy ... HORROR Night of the Toys The Woman Who Hated Cats SINS Marooned with a Vampire Hunting Season Mercy Dead Cherokee Joe Neighbors Second Judas Country Justice FANTASY Unicorn Hunt Holly's Chamber Thus Saith the Lord Animal Story Beneath the Wings of Dragons Glory Days War of the Four Clans Wizard's Guest New Sheriff in Town Trouble with an Elf
A Place Called Skull: Book II of The Walking Gods Trilogy by
Series: The Walking Gods Trilogy, Book 2. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 51,920. Language: English. Published: December 1, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
A city lies in ruins. A wizard walks into the desert, a weapon of magic in his hands. The gods themselves begin to gather. The stakes might very well be the very existence of humankind. To one place do all travel, the desert ruins known as Skull thousands upon thousands of years in the forgotten past. Within those ruins lie secrets and answers.
Where Gather the Gods: Book I of The Walking Gods Trilogy by
Series: The Walking Gods Trilogy, Book 1. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 39,160. Language: English. Published: December 1, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
A chance encounter with armored figures brings Itidal out of the desert. For thousands of years, perhaps longer, he has tromped across the pale sands, but now he is drawn to civilization in a world where civilization should not exist. To him, men are little more than savage beasts, occasionally gathering into small villages though little more. Now Itidal learns of a city, and he strides forward.
The Darkbow Collection - Six Epic Fantasy Novels (The Kobalos Trilogy, and The Horrors of Bond Trilogy) by
Price: $19.99 USD. Words: 553,780. Language: English. Published: November 10, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
This specially-priced set collects the first six novels in the Kron Darkbow series of The Ursian Chronicles. THE KOBALOS TRILOGY City of Rogues Road to Wrath Dark King of the North THE HORRORS OF BOND TRILOGY Ghosts of the Asylum Demon Chains The Company of Seven
The Horrors of Bond Trilogy Omnibus by
Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 320,460. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Ty Johnston’s most popular character, the black-clad Kron Darkbow, returns for another trilogy – an epic fantasy of treachery, terror, madness and magic. This omnibus edition brings together all three novels of The Horrors of Bond trilogy: Ghosts of the Asylum Demon Chains The Company of Seven
The Company of Seven by
Series: Kron Darkbow, Book 6. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 151,610. Language: English. Published: April 26, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
An undead mage thousands of years old slinks through the city of Bond. Rising up from beneath the soil, he soon finds himself allied with escaped fugitives from the Prisonlands, a former knight, a pair of assassins and the chief of thieves. Each has their own wants, their own goals, but the wizard's are the most deadly to the citizens of Bond, and he refuses to be denied his destiny.
The Shieldbreaker Collection by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 55,240. Language: English. Published: July 9, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories
Lerebus Shieldbreaker is a warrior with no past and no future. His family is no more, his clan slain while he is a boy. Trained as a hunter, he hides among mountains, tracking those he believes responsible. Originally a five-part e-book series.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 5: Following Bayne by
Series: Shieldbreaker, Book 5. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 22,220. Language: English. Published: May 13, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Sent back in time nearly two thousands to find the ancient warrior Bayne kul Kanon, Lerebus Shieldbreaker knows no end to his troubles. An army of Trodan soldiers march the land, ready to capture or slay any perceived enemies, while slave traders seek to add to their number of gladiators. Lerebus must get past them all.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 4: The Slave Pits of Mogus Potere by
Series: Shieldbreaker, Book 4. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,640. Language: English. Published: March 12, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
The king of Kobalos is no more, but the new ruler and the nation still must pick up the pieces. To this end, Sergeant Lerebus Shieldbreaker leads a squad into the depths of the city's dungeons in order to clear out rumored monsters and to negate magical wards laid down by the old king. However, Lerebus soon finds more than monsters and magic below the castle when an old enemy appears.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 3: Betrayal of the Self by
Series: Shieldbreaker, Book 3. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 12,060. Language: English. Published: February 8, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories
Lerebus Shieldbreaker might be the personal body guard to Corvin Verkain, a prince of Kobalos, but what to do when the king himself decides all his children must die? And this is no ordinary king, but the famed Lord Verkain, one of the most powerful wizards known to the world. The only hope is in flight and possible exile, but Corvin will not leave Kobalos without attempting to save his brother.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 2: An End to Rage by
Series: Shieldbreaker, Book 2. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 15,220. Language: English. Published: January 11, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories
He has hidden among the mountains for years, but now his enemies have come looking for him. Yet the Kobalan soldiers Lerebus Shieldbreaker hates are not out to slay him, but to capture him, to bring him before their captain who has a peace offering to make. If Lerebus will only help them track down one of their own, a general gone rogue.
Shieldbreaker: Episode 1: Road of the Sword by
Series: Shieldbreaker, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 6,210. Language: English. Published: December 13, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
A hunting trip with his father ends in tragedy for a young Lerebus, a figure destined to become a warrior. His family dead, his village in pieces, the young man sets out on the road of the sword, the road of vengeance. This is the beginning of his tale, the start of what made the man who would become Lerebus Shieldbreaker. This is a short story of approximately 3,500 words.
Mage Hunter Omnibus by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 94,980. Language: English. Published: November 17, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
War has come to northern Ursia. The barbarian Dartague have stormed down from the mountains to seek vengeance for encroachments upon their lands and culture. In this mess, Sergeant Guthrie Hackett finds himself alone after his squad has been slaughtered.
The Storm by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 105,010. Language: English. Published: October 17, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Horror » General, Fiction » Horror » Undead
Unfortunately for 10-year-old Billy, his special abilities can't remain a secret forever, and a stormy darkness gathers around the small Kentucky town where Billy lives. Within this storm is a stranger with powers of his own to raise the dead and have them do his bidding. This stranger wants Billy's powers for himself, and he does not come alone.
Mage Hunter: Episode 5: Changeless Fate by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 21,020. Language: English. Published: October 6, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
The defeat of the barbaric Dartague looks imminent, but once more Guthrie Hackett is sent forth on a mission to hunt down the witches of the barbarians. Now almost assured that the two knights traveling with him know of his magical talents, a crime in his homeland, Guthrie fears not only the enemy, but those who are allies.
Mage Hunter: Episode 4: Hammered Iron by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 16,200. Language: English. Published: October 6, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
A prisoner of Lord Verkain, King of Kobalos, Sergeant Guthrie Hackett seeks escape, but he soon suspects his two knightly companions know of his magical abilities, which would be a death sentence in his native land of Ursia.
Mage Hunter: Episode 3: Bared Blades by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 18,220. Language: English. Published: October 5, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
With Sergeant Guthrie Hackett ordered to act as guide, two knights trek into the mountains and head for the camp of a wyrd woman, a barbaric witch. What they discover is an unexpected figure behind the recent war, one who has the potential to make matters far more complex and much worse for the Ursians.
Mage Hunter: Episode 2: Sundered Shields by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 19,660. Language: English. Published: October 2, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
It is war. Setting off alone into the wilds, Sergeant Guthrie Hackett hopes to save a captain of the northern Ursian militia who has been captured by the barbaric enemy Dartague. ---------------------------------- Now available Mage Hunter: Blooded Snow Mage Hunter: Sundered Shields Mage Hunter: Bared Blades Mage Hunter: Hammered Iron Mage Hunter: Changeless Fate
Mage Hunter: Episode 1: Blooded Snow by
Price: Free! Words: 20,930. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
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A hunt for raiding barbarians turns upon the hunters. His squad mates slain, Sergeant Guthrie Hackett finds himself alone in the winter wilderness on the border between his homeland and a nation of barbarians. He discovers the Dartague have a new leader, a wyrd woman who is behind the border assault. Worse yet for the sergeant, he has fallen under the attention of an ice witch.
Five Tales from the Rusty Scabbard by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 32,160. Language: English. Published: August 22, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Five short stories from the author's Ursian Chronicles series of epic fantasy tales: Deep in the Land of the Ice and Snow Road of the Sword Six Swords, One Skeleton and a Sewer Blade and Flame Kron Darkbow
Demon Chains (Book II of The Horrors of Bond Trilogy) by
Series: Kron Darkbow, Book 5. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 56,090. Language: English. Published: July 29, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Horror » Weird fiction
A murderer stalks the streets of the city of Bond. The killer leaves behind tortured and twisted bodies that have been ripped apart, often after the most horrible of violations. No one is immune to this stalker's depredations, including children. Especially children. It falls upon Kron Darkbow to hunt this killer, but he soon realizes there is more than one culprit, a dark mage at demon in league.
Sands of Time by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 76,340. Language: English. Published: July 24, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Cursed by Heaven and Hell, the Mage of Many Names wanders the ages from land to land, his ways often mysterious, his goals changing with events and his moods. From ancient Rome to modern Iraq and then to worlds beyond, he goes by names such as Simon Magus, John Dee, and many others. Within this collection are 16 short stories.
Carcass and Mallet (a John Dee tale) by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 15,200. Language: English. Published: June 29, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » Historical
In 643 A.D. the armies of Islam have spread across Persia, bringing faith and flame. Seeking vengeance for the betrayal of his king and his men, a Persian officer hunts after a treacherous sorcerer only to discover his target might hold the potential to thwart the much larger enemy. Sorcery and antiquity collide as warrior and mage seek aid from the far past of Persia's might.
The Kobalos Trilogy Omnibus by
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 234,070. Language: English. Published: April 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Three novels in one! And includes a continent map. Collects The Kobalos Trilogy into one format. Features the novels: City of Rogues, Road to Wrath, and Dark King of the North.
100 Years of Blood by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 64,480. Language: English. Published: April 10, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary, Fiction » Fantasy » General
During the early years of the 20th Century, a servant of an English lord arrives in an isolated county among the hills of Appalachia and begins work on a house large enough and fine enough for retiring nobility. For retirement seems to be the goal of Richard Abingdon. Retirement from the nobility, retirement from the world, retirement from life.
100 Web Sites for Fiction Writers by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 36,060. Language: English. Published: January 3, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills, Nonfiction » Publishing » Self-publishing
With the advent of digital publishing, more and more people are turning to writing as a hobby and as a way to make a living. But where to start? Beginning writers, especially fiction writers, often have a lot of questions. To help answer those questions, author Ty Johnston has scoured the Web for 100 sites that can be of help to fiction writers.
Beneath a Persian Sun (a John Dee tale) by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,250. Language: English. Published: November 21, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Urban, Fiction » Horror » General
The year is 2003 and the place is Baghdad, Iraq. U.S. forces have invaded and looting has rampaged across the city. Into this chaos arrives a mysterious figure dressed in gray and his companion, a history professor. The two venture into the depths of the National Museum in search of an ancient relic. "Beneath a Persian Sun" is a short story of dark historical and religious fantasy, and horror.
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